DISEASE-WISE INFORMATION IN AYUSH SYSTEMS

AYURVEDA
Definition
Ayurvedic Name: Sandhi Vata
It is a joint-disorder caused by vitiated Vata, usually manifest as pain difficulty in
joint movements and localized swelling. Arthritis characterized by erosion of articular
cartilage, either primary or secondary to trauma or other conditions, which become
soft, frayed and thinned with calcification of subchondral bone and out growths of
marginal osteophytes; pain and loss of function result mainly affects weight-bearing
joints.
Preventive Measures
Don’ts (Apathya)
Following should be avoided:
• Pungent and astringent or salty food and Yava (Barley) etc.
• Exposing to too cold atmosphere and consumption cold water, chilled soft drinks
etc.
• Excessive exertion, awaking at night and sleeping at day, long walks.
• Suppression of natural urges
Health Promoting Tips
Do’s (Pathya)
• Adequate rest
• Maintenance of posture and flexibility of the involved joints.
• Diet should be simple, nutritious and easily digestible.
• Kulattha (Horse Gram), Palandu (Onion), Rasona (Garlic), Sunthi / Ardraka
(Ginger), Mudga (Green gram) etc. should be added in regular diet.
• Fruits like Dadima (Pomegranate), Amra (Mango), Draksha (Grape), etc.
Curative Herbs
• Nirgundi (Vitex negundo)
• Eranda (Ricinus communis)
• Shallaki (Boswellia serrata)
• Shunthi (Zingiber Officinalis)
• Shigru (Moringa oleifera)